Big Brothers, Big Sisters-Operation BigsWebsite:http://www.sdbigs.orgContact Person:Molly Engblom (mollye@sdbigs.org)
Contact Phone:(619) 218-3532Address:8515 Arjons Dr. Suite A San Diego CA 92126Volunteer Needs:Volunteers are matched with a Little Brother or Little Sister to meet for one hour, one day a week at the child's school site on Camp Pendleton. During that hour the adult & child will participate in activities such as playing board games, doing arts and crafts or just running around outside playing sports, etc. Volunteers must be 18 years old, able to commit to one year, complete a background check, including DMV, criminal history, sex offender, etc. A $20 application fee is required to complete the background check, fee will be collected at interview. Hours are Monday (2:30-4:00), Tuesday (3:30-4:45), Wednesday (1:00-2:30)and Thursdays (3:30-4:30).

Boys & Girls Club of CarlsbadWebsite:http://www.bgccarlsbad.orgContact Person:Brooke Price (bprice@bgccarlsbad.org)Contact Phone:(760) 729-0956Address:3115 Roosevelt St. Carlsbad CA 92008Volunteer Needs:Volunteers assist with supervising children ages 6-12 and leading activities such as sports, games, arts and crafts, computer lab, homework assistance and club clean-up. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday 2:00-6:00, and Thursday 1:00-6:00. All 18 and older volunteers must complete an application and agree to a background check (paid by the B&GC and may take up to 2 weeks to process.)

Boys & Girls Club of EncinitasWebsite:http://www.positiveplacesd.orgContact Person:Chris Ann Rosillo (griset@positiveplacesd.org)Contact Phone:(760) 753-6351Address:1221 Encinitas Blvd. Encinitas CA 92024Volunteer Needs:Your time and talents can make a big difference! Volunteers are needed to serve as mentors, tutors, art & computer teachers, and more. Tell us your interests and we'll match you with a Boys and Girls Club from Carmel Valley to Encinitas. All volunteers get the training and support they need to be a successful part of our club and the lives of our members. Coaching sports is also needed. Monday-Thursday 2:30-6:00pm and Friday 1:15-6:00. For the safety of our club members, everyone is required to have a background check before being approved to volunteer.

Boys & Girls Club of OceansideWebsite:http://www.bgcoceanside.orgContact Person:Jodi Diamond (jdiamond@bgcoceanside.org)Contact Phone:(760) 433-8920 x10Address:401 Country Club Lane Oceanside CA 92054Volunteer Needs:Volunteers who have a passion and desire to work with and inspire youth are needed. Work with K-8th grade, assists with homework, tutoring, mentoring. Must have the ability to implement programs/activities in a variety of areas: science, music, environmental, education, sports, fitness and recreation and arts. Middle School: Mon.. 1:30-6:00, Tues.-Fri. 2:15-6:00, Elementary School: 3:00-6:00 Monday-Friday. We do require fingerprinting through Live Scan and will cover the cost to do so. Participants can pick up volunteer applications and Live Scan information at our main site, 401 Country Club Lane. All participants must interview with the BGC of Oceanside prior to being fingerprinted.

Casa de AmistadWebsite:http://www.casadeamistad.orgContact Person:Nicole Mione (director@casadeamistad.org)Contact Phone:(858) 509-2590Address:120 Stevens Avenue Solana Beach CA 92075Volunteer Needs:Volunteers at Casa de Amistad have the opportunity to work with Latino students in grades K-12. Volunteers act as a mentor and help with homework, reading and being a positive role model. This organization is dedicated to nurturing the educational and character development of Latino children and their families. Mentors are needed: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-5:45 PM and 6:00-7:30 PM. Most volunteers choose one day and time that works best for their schedule. Volunteers typically work with the same child throughout the semester. Volunteers can choose the age group they prefer to work with. Fingerprinting is required. Please contact program director for additional information.

Casa de AmparoWebsite:http://www.casadeamparo.orgContact Person:Celeste Lampro (clampro@casadeamparo.org)Contact Phone:(760) 566-3553Address:325 Buena Creek Road San Marcos CA 92069Volunteer Needs:: Casa de Amparo is committed to supporting those affected by and at risk of child abuse and neglect through a range of programs and services that promote healing, growth and healthy relationships. Available volunteer opportunities include working with children ages one to seventeen years old, administrative tasks, special events, teacher's aide, marketing, research, and the volunteering in the outreach team. Hours vary by program. TB clearance and background check is required ($96.00) and a six month commitment is required for volunteers working directly with clients.

Community HousingWorksWebsite:http://www.chworks.orgContact Person:Rachel Cherney ( runningreaders@chworks.org)Contact Phone:(760) 546-1617x5457Address:1820 South Escondido Blvd. Suite 101 Escondido CA 92025Volunteer Needs:Running Readers is a reading enhancement program designed to ignite a passion for reading in students kindergarten through third grade. Volunteers will work with small groups of children and expose them to enriching literature by reading aloud, shared reading, reader's theater, phonic games, interactive activities and more! Be ready to laugh, have fun and make a difference in the life of a child. Hours are Monday-Thursday 3:00-6:00. Volunteers are asked to make a 4-6 month commitment of 1-2 hours per week. Background check is required (via any LiveScan location) and is reimbursable.

Everyone a Reader Literacy Program, SDCOEWebsite:http://www.sdcoe.net/ITS/solutions/Pages/Everyone-a-Reader.aspxContact Person:Cindy Dunlevy (cidunlevy@sdcoe.net)Contact Phone:(619) 718-3120Address:5304 Metro St., Suite C San Diego CA 92110Volunteer Needs:Reading tutors for first through third grade students with a commitment of one hour per week. Attend a two hour training session and at that time you will be placed in a school convenient to you. This program places reading tutors at schools throughout the county. Background check and TB clearance required. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00-3:00.

Foussat Elementary SchoolWebsite:http://foussat.oside.us/Contact Person:Linda Adelman (linda.adelman@oside.k12.ca.us)Contact Phone:(760) 721-2200Address:3800 Pala Road Oceanside CA 92058Volunteer Needs:Foussat is a large school and there will be opportunities to volunteer in grades kindergarten through 5th grade. Volunteers can assist the classroom teacher in a variety of activities; this could include language arts, physical education, math, science or social studies.

Garrison Elementary SchoolWebsite:http://garrison.oside.us/Contact Person:Martina Boeck (martina.boeck@oside.us)Contact Phone:(760) 901-7600Address:333 Garrison St. Oceanside CA 92054Volunteer Needs:Garrison Elementary is a school for the Visual and Performing Arts. Volunteers are needed to assist teachers with classroom activities for kids in preschool-5th grade.

Garrison State PreschoolWebsite:http://garrison.oside.us/Contact Person:Nellie Maya (nellie.maya@oside.k12.ca.us)Address:333 Garrison Street Oceanside CA 92054Volunteer Needs:State funded program that requires an 8-1 ratio, this preschool is located at Garrison Elementary School in Oceanside. Volunteers are needed to assist teacher in a preschool environment. A current T.B. clearance is required. A.M class is from 8:15-11:15 and P.M. Class is from 12:15 -3:15.

Ivey Ranch Elementary SchoolWebsite:http://www.ivey.oside.us/Contact Person:Stephanie Locascio (stephanie.locascio@oside.us)Contact Phone:(760) 967-9720Address:4275 Via Rancho RD Oceanside CA 92057Volunteer Needs:Volunteers will work assisting classroom teacher with individuals or a small groups of students in a classroom setting. Help students succeed in reading or math activities. Easy, enjoyable, meaningful work, great experience for aspiring teachers. TB test is required.

Ivey Ranch Park AssociationWebsite:http://www.iveyranch.comContact Person:Gina Lorenz (volunteer@iveyranch.com)Contact Phone:(760) 722-4839Address:110 Rancho Del Oro Oceanside CA 92057Volunteer Needs:This organization provides services to the special needs and able-bodied community. Help is needed with children's activities including: games, songs, arts and crafts, stories and snack. Volunteers are also needed to help with the equestrian program: work directly with riding instructor and special needs rider, help with grooming and turn-outs of horses, maintain stables and tack. Office tasks are also available: routine office work, special assignments, paperwork, data entry, event planning and phone calls. All students working in the children's program must obtain TB test clearance within the last year. Minimum time commitment is 10 hours. Children's activities: Monday- Friday 2:00-6:30 pm, Saturday 9:00-5:00pm. Equestrian program: Tuesday &Thursday 9:00-11:00am and afternoon hours, Wednesday & Friday afternoon hours, and Saturday 7:30am-12:00pm.

MAAC Project Head Start Vista 1Website:http://www.maacproject.org/Head%20StartContact Person:Jane Fabrigas (jfabrigas@maacproject.org)Contact Phone:(760) 726-4272Address:739 Olive Avenue Vista CA 92083Volunteer Needs:Assist Lead Teacher, Co-teacher and Director to implement the curriculum through educational play and age appropriate interaction with the children in the program. After 16 hrs. TB test and fingerprints are required. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:30-5:00

MAAC Project Head Start, Old GroveWebsite:http://www.maacproject.org/Head%20StartContact Person:Karen Case (kcase@maacproject.org)Contact Phone:(760) 433-7589Address:235 Via Pelicano Oceanside CA 92057Volunteer Needs:Volunteer will assist in the classroom under the direction of the Lead Teacher. College students will interact with preschool children with indoor and outdoor activities. The program serves children from low income families and children with disabilities. All volunteers must complete an application, bring proof of TB clearance, and have fingerprinting and background check is required, paid for by the MAAC Project.

Madison Middle SchoolWebsite:http://www.madisonmustangs.comContact Person:April Diaz or Kathleen Renshaw (renshaw@madisonmustangs.com, diaz@madisonmustangs.com)Contact Phone:(760) 940-0176Address:4930 Lake Blvd. Oceanside CA 92056Volunteer Needs:Assist teachers with before school program (7:30-8:40am) and after school program (3:30-4:40). Monday-Thursday. Reading volunteers are needed for strategic reading classes. Volunteers can help between 8:55-11:28 and also from 1:10-3:33. For the reading program contact April Diaz for the after school program contact Kathleen Renshaw.

Oak Crest Middle SchoolWebsite:http://oc.sduhsd.net/Contact Person:Debra Cruse (debra.cruse@sduhsd.net)Contact Phone:(760) 753-6241 x3413Address:675 Balour DR Encinitas CA 92024Volunteer Needs:Classroom assistance is needed during the day Mon-Fri 7:35-2:15. Math tutors are also needed for after school tutoring. If interested, first contact classified personnel office at (760) 753-6491, students must pay for their own fingerprinting costs.

Olive Elementary SchoolWebsite:http://www.vusd.k12.ca.us/es/olive/Pages/default.aspxContact Person:Susie Rivas-Hagler (susierivas@vistausd.org)Contact Phone:(760) 724-7129Address:740 Olive Avenue Vista CA 92083Volunteer Needs:Assist teachers in K-5 classes during school hours or during the after school tutorial program. Volunteers can also help with the garden club that meets after school on Fridays. TB test and volunteer application required. Students must also commit to one hour per week. For a schedule of time slots available, please contact the Service Learning Office.

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary SchoolWebsite:http://www.eusd.net/SchoolSites/olivenhain-pioneer-elementary-school/Pages/default.aspxContact Person:Elaine Feuer-Barton (ebarton@eusd.net)Contact Phone:(760) 943-2027 or (760) 943-2000Address:8000 Calle Acervo Carlsbad CA 92009Volunteer Needs:Need help with this tutorial program (Everyone a Reader) where tutors work with 4 elementary students on a one on one basis for about 90 minutes per week. The program lasts through early June with breaks for school holidays. *Volunteers must attend a 2-3 hr. training and provide references. Interest in education is desired, but anyone interested in helping kids are welcome. *M-Th. 8:25a-9:40a or M-Th. 9:55a-11:10a.

Palmquist Elementary SchoolWebsite:http://www.palmquist.oside.us/Contact Person:Charlene West (charlene.west@oside.k12.ca.us)Contact Phone:(760) 901-8500Address:1999 California Street Oceanside CA 92054Volunteer Needs:Students are needed to assist with the Best Foot Program, a literacy program. Interview kindergarten and first grade students & ask them questions about what they have read. *1 hr./wk. required. Mon.. Tues. Thurs. & Fri.. 8:55-3:35 and Wed. 8:55-12:35.

Paul Ecke Elementary SchoolWebsite:http://www.eusd.net/SchoolSites/paul-ecke-elementary-school/Pages/default.aspxContact Person:Joan Whitley (joan.whitley@eusd.net)Contact Phone:(760) 944-4323Address:185 Union Street Encinitas CA 92024Volunteer Needs:Work side by side with teachers to make classroom observations, work with small groups of students, and do one to one tutoring. The best way to contact Joan Whitley is via email.

Poinsettia Elementary SchoolContact Person:Silvia Clary (sclary@carlsbadusd.net)Contact Phone:(760) 331-6500Address:2445 Mica Rd. Carlsbad CA 92009Volunteer Needs:Assist teachers in K-5th grade classrooms, duties include making copies, helping students, grading, helping with art, music, science, and other small group instruction. Students can also help create/implement educational games, activities, etc. Bilingual students can provide translation help in the classroom. Hours are Mon., Tues., Wed., & Fri. from8:15-2:30 and Thursdays from 8:15-1:15. Must complete a volunteer application (available in the Poinsettia office) and obtain a TB test.

Project REACHWebsite:http://www.vistacommunityclinic.org/ReachContact Person:Jimmy Figuerroa (jfigueroa@vistacommunityclinic.org)Contact Phone:760-631-5000 ext. 7137Address:4700 North River Road Oceanside CA 92057Volunteer Needs:Project REACH is a free afterschool youth development program for youth. We focus on prevention, drug abuse, and teen pregnancy. We are in need of college volunteers to assist with tutoring, prevention curriculum, after school activities, and serve as a mentor to the youth. Students must attend mandatory orientation/training, commit to 50 hours (2 hrs/week), background check (livescan), TB and drug test. Costs will be covered by the Vista Community Clinic.

St. Mary's Star of the Sea SchoolWebsite:http://www.stmarystars.orgContact Person:Debbie Shapiro (debdirect2@hotmail.com)Contact Phone:(760) 722-7475Address:515 Wisconsin Avenue Oceanside CA 92054Volunteer Needs:In the preschool setting volunteers will assist teachers in preparing classroom environments, implementing curriculum plans, and working with children constructively while they play. In the kindergarten setting, volunteers will work one-on-one with students who are in need of special attention during class time, with an emphasis in fine motor skills and early pre-math and reading. Hours vary by day and grade setting. All volunteers must present proof of current TB (not older than 4 years) and must obtain a background and fingerprinting check, processed through "Choice Point" and paid by St. Mary Star of Sea.

St. Francis PreschoolWebsite:http://sfs-vista.orgContact Person:Jennifer Paino (jpaino@sfs-vista.org)Contact Phone:(760) 630-7964Address:525 W. Vista Way Vista Ca. 92083Volunteer Needs:Classroom aides needed. Includes play yard supervision. Program hours M-F 8am-12pm, and M-F 2:30-5:00pm. TB test required. Fingerprinting not required if working less than 10 hours per week. Looking for a commitment of at least 2 hours/wk. for each semester.